He was born Aug. 28, 1947, in Clarksville to the late Lawrence Joseph and Helen Marie (Thomas) Rofkahr. He was a farmer and attended the Hunt Tabernacle Gospel Church. He was a loving grandfather and enjoyed being outside with his grandchildren.

Maxie is survived by his wife of 31 years, Peggy (Fetters) Rofkahr; a daughter, Shasta Houston and husband Eric; a son, Bronson Rofkahr; five grandchildren, Adrienne Houston, Colby Rofkahr, Joely Riddell, Lane Houston and Kylen Houston; two brothers, Bill Rofkahr and Bob Rofkahr; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Maxie’s funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 28, 2012, in the Roller-Cox Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Love Cemetery in Alma. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Friday at Roller-Cox Funeral Home.

Arrangements are under the direction of Roller-Cox Funeral Home. Online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com.